Licensing specialists in Basingstoke, Hampshire
Alcohol, entertainment and gaming licensing are areas that are undergoing revolutionary changes – all of which carry threats and opportunities to your business.
The Licensing Act 2003 is an extensive piece of legislation and it can be a minefield working out who needs an operating licence, personal licence or premises licence – and by when. There’s a devilish amount of detail in the licensing laws as they draw tighter the regulatory reins around pub operators, retailers, hoteliers and the entertainment and leisure industry in general.
We offer more than just a licensing service for companies subject to licensing and gambling laws: our property and planning lawyers, with specialist knowledge of the industry, are part of our service and we can help with sales and purchases of licensed property.
We also have good connections with the local licensing authorities and police, as well as the Magistrates’ Courts. Our approach is to consult in advance wherever appropriate and our understanding of yours and their issues and concerns helps to smooth and speed the application process.
Where hearings are necessary, either before the Council licensing committees or the courts, we can represent you and conduct the advocacy ourselves, giving you personal service throughout the process.
Our services cover the following:
• Applications for new Premises Licences
• Variation or Transfer of Premises Licences
• Personal Licences
• Change of Designated Premises Supervisor
• Reviews of Premises Licences
• Appeals against Licensing sub–Committee decisions
• Defence of prosecutions for breach of Licence, Fire or Health & Safety Laws
• Temporary Event Notices
• Large scale outdoor events and festivals
• Licence audits on behalf of head offices or other interested parties